The Library will close early at 4PM on Thursday, October 5th. The Library will reopen Friday, October 6th at 9AM.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 30 at 10:00AM
We have a great selection of used items including: Adult fiction & nonfiction, books for kids & teens, DVDs, CDs, and puzzles.
Pricing:
All items are $1 each. Bring your own bag and fill it with books for $10!
Cash only!
Bridgewater Communities for Civil Rights will be hosting a Forum on Book Banning at the Bridgewater Public Library and via Zoom. We invite you to join us to discuss this very important topic.
The Discussion: Book Challenges at University, Public, and School Libraries
The Moderator: Carole Copeland Thomas, Interim Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, Curry College
The Panelists
Pamela Hayes-Bohanan, Bridgewater State University, Senior Librarian
Jed Phillips, Bridgewater Public Library, Director
Kristine Richards, Bridgewater/Raynham School District, Coordinator of Teaching & Learning
Laura Rotolo, American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) MA, Field Director
This is a hybrid event. If you can't make it to the library, please join us via Zoom by clicking the button below. Zoom Information | Meeting ID: 881 5207 989 | Passcode: 71809
Join us for this 30 minute class designed for caregivers and their children (ages 6 weeks to pre-crawling) with certified yoga instructor Jennifer Lynn of Nurtured Roots, LLC.
Please bring a yoga mat for yourself and a blanket/car seat for baby.
Registration opens on Wednesday, October 4 at 9 AM
In this workshop participants will learn 10 guidelines to be more successful when communicating, guiding, and supporting persons who are on the autism spectrum or neurodiverse.
They will also be familiarized with types of autism, and the current view of what the spectrum means. We will explore the social and communication skills and tools that can be implemented to become more inclusive of those individuals on the spectrum.
This workshop is presented by Laurette Ryan NCPT and Frankie Ryan. Owner of Balancepoint Pilates Teacher Training with satellite programs in Massachusetts and North Carolina since 1999, Laurette Ryan is a national fitness presenter, CEC provider for PMA, AFAA and NASM, and has taught movement classes and provided continuing education for fitness professionals for over 35 years. Frankie Ryan is a 24-year-old young woman on the Autism spectrum. She is a passionate advocate, educating the public in the challenges that face the neurodiverse community. Her unique perspective and personal experience is a valued addition to the science presented.
Come in and have some fun with Big Ryan! Big Ryan's toddler program focuses on Puppet Play and Music and Movement. This program usually run about 25 to 30 minutes. No registration required.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bridgewater Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Fun and creative, social and skill building, this program is for you and your child ages 3-6 and registration is required. To register, call Nancy at 508-822-5388 ext. 208 or email her at ntilbe@triumphinc.org. Space is limited.
For the complete Read & Draw Art Class schedule, click the button below.
Next month, participate in our costume swap. Swap out a gently used costume with a new-to-you costume. You can also grab a costume, free of charge, compliments of all the generous folks who donated last year.
All (human) sizes available!
So, be sure to visit the library through the month of October and see what’s new on the rack! Sizes and availability subject to change.
Once you get a costume, gear up for our not-so-scary Halloween Story Time happening Tuesday, October 24 at 10AM. Bring your buckets as there will be trick-or-treat at the desks to follow. While supplies last.
Book Recommendations
Hispanic Heritage Month
Books for Teens
When you place a book on hold it gets shipped to the Bridgewater Public Library free of charge. You will then be notified when it is available for pickup! You can also find a lot of these titles as e-books on the Libby & Hoopla Apps.
Featured Library Perk
Stream Movies and Shows on your Smart TV
Our free video streaming service, hoopla, is pretty fantastic. Adding to its awesomeness, you can access it on more than just your web browser or as an app on your mobile device. You can stream movies and shows from hoopla right on your Smart TV! With only a few clicks, you’ll have free access to thousands of movies and shows—all from the comfort of your own home.
For a step-by-step guide on how to stream with Hoopla, please click the button below.
We’re looking to spookify our bookshelves! Help us by submitting a spooky drawing for a chance to have it framed and featured in our Art Among the Stacks Gallery. All ages welcome to participate.
Drawings can be submitted to the library's front desk at any time.
All artwork must be 8.5 by 11 inches in size.
Community Resource
Bridgewater Cares Transit Rides FREE through October 13
Whether you want to visit family & friends or go to your favorite store, restaurant, school, or doctor’s office, Bridgewater Cares Transit is available to help Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. With Bridgewater Cares Transit, Bridgewater Seniors, people with disabilities of any age, and BSU student transportation needs just became easier. Simply let us know your pick-up & drop-off locations and we’ll take care of the rest.
Download the app or call BCT Transportation Coordinators at
508-697-0929 and start riding.
For more information about upcoming events or the Cares Transit, please click the button below.
